Median Income
$36,563
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,177
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
20.0%
456% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.1%
42% lower than US avg
How Acton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population56
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density233/mi²
Male / Female5% / 95%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans36.0%
Economy
C
Median Income$36,563
Per Capita$16,036
Unemployment20.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute32 min
Housing
C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,177
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden36.0%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Elevation3,804 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute32 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries4
Is Acton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Acton receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Acton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Acton is $36,563, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,177 per month.
Education
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Acton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 57.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Acton has a population of 56 with a density of 233 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Acton is $36,563, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,563 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,036 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,206 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,749 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 20.0% |
| 456% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,794 |
| County GDP | $14,022M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 481 |
| Healthcare | 612 |
| Retail | 691 |
| Manufacturing | 172 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,435 |
| 27% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $1,177 (1% above US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,177 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 36.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,435 |
| 27% above US avg |
Health Metrics: Acton vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 9,698/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 612 |
Crime Rates: Acton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Acton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.3 inches |
| 62% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 57.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,804 ft (1,159 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 233/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9289°N, 108.6787°W |
| County FIPS | 30111 |